lord of the outdoors
ruler of the castle
king of the barbecue
wielding fork and spatula
like a maestro
snow rain or shine
surf and turf
burgers or hotdogs
rotisserie chicken
exotic kebobs
grilled colorful veggies
nontraditional desserts
take a bow
you’re a pro
AP: Honorable Mention 2025
He is doing all he can
He wants to save his son
Medicine, nontraditional
he has tried every one
He is doing all he can
Still it's out of his control
His son keeps on suffering
Pain is demanding it's toll
He is doing all he can
He prays night and day
"Please God save him
don't take my son away."
He can do no more
Now it's all in God's hands
Time to trust in Jesus
He has his own plans
God will do what he does
There are things we can't see
His son will be the witness
When God sets him free
On wings he will travel
Heaven will rejoyce on that day
Tears will turn to celebration
God will take his pain away
His life will not be wasted
This is a temporary Death
Eternal life to be provided
Upon his final breath
"It's Thanksgiving" is a children's song, sung to the tune of "Oh, My Darling Clementine".
It's Thanksgiving, it's Thanksgiving,
It's Thanksgiving-time to eat;
Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes,
Pumpkin pie...yum, what a treat!
Bonus activity: Ask children if they were preparing Thanksgiving dinner, which foods they would prepare. Would they prepare traditional dishes, such as turkey, mashed potatoes and pie? Or nontraditional dishes like tofu turkey and carob chocolate pie? Or, would they simply order a pizza? Why did the child choose that particular menu fare-love of tradition, special dietary needs, ease of preparation?
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